As the official USOC-recognized (United States Olympic Committee) and ISA-recognized (International Surfing Association) National Governing Body for the sport of surfing in the United States. USA Surfing is responsible for holding the USA Surfing Championships event each year, for selecting the official USA Surf Team to compete internationally at ISA Championships, Pan American and Olympic Games.

In January 2019, USA Surfing presents events scheduled at Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz CA.  For more information, visit www.usasurfing.org.